Health Minister Pate says only ₦36 million of the ministry’s ₦218 billion 2025 capital budget has been released so far.

Student killed in Dakar protests over unpaid stipends as campus erupts in flames, smoke, and clashes with police.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar warns that Nigeria’s hybrid election system risks public confusion, urging opposition unity.

The FCT High Court has begun trial of 11 men charged with murdering ARISE News journalist Somtochukwu Maduagwu.

Anambra government insists Monday market inspections will continue, warning traders that closed shops risk being shut.

Fair Housing founder Ayodele Adio says Lagos government inaction has driven rents, leaving working and middle class unable to afford homes.

CSOs allege rights abuses by security forces in Ebonyi community, demand investigation into killings, arson and humanitarian impact.

NDLEA officer dies during Bonny Island drug raid as operatives arrest six suspects and recover assorted illicit drugs.

Kunle Fagbemi blames Nigeria’s ambassadorial vacuum on “actors” in government lacking statecraft and respect for diplomatic rules.

Usman Bugaje urges real-time election result transmission, criticises Senate inefficiency, and warns against potential manipulation of elections.

Ethiopia runs a covert camp training Sudan’s RSF fighters, signalling deeper regional involvement in one of Africa’s deadliest wars, Reuters reports. 

National Coordinator Obidients Movement, Yunusa Tanko, says election results must be transmitted real-time to get credible leaders.

Nigerian Army intervention battalion has been deployed to Plateau State for decisive operations against escalating terrorist attacks.

NDDC restates commitment to blue economy development as pathway to sustainable growth and regional prosperity in the Niger Delta.

Governor Soludo’s adviser Uba says markets have reopened after five years, with near-total compliance and improved security across Anambra State.

Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim says policy failures, currency devaluation and insecurity have crippled production despite reform claims.

Justice Kekere-Ekun says reforms will expand judicial responsibilities, promote legal certainty, and attract investment in Nigeria’s electricity market.

Senegalese police have arrested 14 suspects in transnational paedophile ring linked to France, uncovering years of alleged abuse.

Oba of Benin calls nationwide violence “worrisome and deeply depressing,” urges Nigerians to support government efforts to restore peace.

NAFDAC clarifies claims on Amoxicillin ban as false, urges Nigerians to rely on verified updates and safety alerts only.